The music world is buzzing with speculation that Taylor Swift may appear on Kendrick Lamar’s highly anticipated new album. The pair already shares a history of success, having collaborated on the 2015 remix of Bad Blood, which became Lamar’s first number-one single.

While Kendrick has remained tight-lipped about details surrounding the project—no title, release date, or confirmed features—rumors emerged after DJ Snake dropped an intriguing hint during a live stream on November 19. Claiming insider knowledge about the album, DJ Snake suggested that Taylor Swift will be involved in some capacity. He added a dramatic flair by declaring, “world premiere,” after sharing the news, but stopped short of offering additional details.

The potential collaboration, while unexpected, wouldn’t be without precedent. Beyond Bad Blood, Lamar has worked with Jack Antonoff, one of Swift’s frequent collaborators, on the track 6:16 in L.A.. If true, the move could signal another creative cross-genre pairing, though it may also reignite past controversies.

A Swipe at Drake?

Some fans speculate that Lamar’s rumored team-up with Swift could be seen as a subtle jab at Drake. The two rappers have a long-standing rivalry, and Drake previously mocked Lamar’s crossover collaborations on his track Push Ups, referencing artists like Maroon 5 and Taylor Swift. In a follow-up diss, Taylor Made Freestyle, Drake doubled down on the critique, suggesting that Lamar’s pop collaborations were strategic moves for mainstream success.

Whether intentional or not, a reunion with Taylor Swift might stir the pot between the two rap heavyweights, adding another layer of intrigue to Kendrick’s upcoming project.

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Swift’s Praise for Lamar

Taylor Swift has expressed admiration for Lamar’s artistry in the past. In 2023, she reflected on their Bad Blood collaboration in an Instagram post celebrating the song’s re-release. “Watching @kendricklamar create and record his verses on the Bad Blood remix was one of the most inspiring experiences of my life,” she wrote. “I still look back on this collaboration with so much pride and gratitude, for the ways Kendrick elevated the song.”

While fans eagerly await confirmation, DJ Snake’s claim has set the stage for what could be one of the most talked-about collaborations in music. Time will tell if the Swift-Lamar reunion becomes a reality—and if it can live up to the buzz.